2008 Skoda Praktik vs. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Skoda Praktik. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Skoda Praktik would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (344 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Praktik. (69 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Praktik. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1060 kg more than 2008 Skoda Praktik. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Skoda Praktik. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Skoda Praktik. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Skoda Praktik. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 2008 Skoda Praktik has manual transmission. 2008 Skoda Praktik will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Skoda Praktik | 2009 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Skoda | Volkswagen |
Model | Praktik | Touareg |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1196 cc | 4163 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 344 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 234 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.9 seconds | 7.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 2250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 100 L |